Who Will Separate Us From God's Love?

The Father Has Affection For You

On Nisan 14, 33 C.E., during his last evening with his 11 faithful apostles, Jesus said many things to strengthen them for what lay ahead. They had all stuck with Jesus through his trials, and they had personally felt his love for them. (Luke 22:28, 30; John 1:16; 13:1) Then Jesus reassured them: "The Father himself has affection for you." (John 16:27) How those words must have helped the disciples to realize the tender feelings that their heavenly Father had for them!

Many now alive have served Jehovah faithfully for decades. No doubt, before the end of this wicked system of things, we will face many more trials. Never let such trials or distress make you doubt God's loyal love for you. It would be hard to overemphasize this fact: Jehovah has affection for you. (James 5:11) Let each of us continue to do our part, loyally observing God's commands. (John 15:8-10) May we use every opportunity to praise his name. We should strengthen our resolve to continue drawing close to Jehovah in prayer and studying his Word. Whatever tomorrow may bring, if we are doing our utmost to please Jehovah, we will remain at peace, fully confident of his unfailing love. -2 Peter 3:14.

Next time: ACQUIRE A HEART AGREEABLE TO JEHOVAH

Watchtower, 2001